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AEG

Director of Events | Full-Time | Hilliard Center

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $95,000.00 - $105,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
bonus eligibility

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a well-regarded multi-purpose public assembly facility that hosts a broad range of events including concerts, conventions, sports, exhibitions, and community gatherings. Known for delivering exceptional service and memorable experiences, this facility serves as a vibrant hub for entertainment and events in its region. It operates with a strong commitment to client satisfaction, safety, and the seamless execution of events. Employing innovative methods and expert staff, the venue strives to maintain its reputation as a leading event facility by meeting and exceeding the expectations of clients and attendees alike.

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Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in event management
  • Supervisory experience
  • Ability to obtain CPR certification
  • Ability to obtain a valid state driver's license
  • Knowledge of customer service practices
  • Knowledge of crowd control
  • Ability to manage budgets

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 to 7 years of increasingly responsible experience in event management in an arena, stadium, convention center or other multi-purpose public assembly facility
  • Supervisory experience required
  • Bachelor's degree or better from an accredited college or university
  • Graduate of IAAM Public Assembly Facility Management School preferred
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid CPR certificate
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid state driver's license
  • Knowledge of customer service practices
  • Knowledge of crowd control
  • Ability to prepare, track, control and analyze budgets

Job Duties

  • Oversee event management activities for all facility events
  • Direct, coordinate and oversee the activities of employees engaged in providing event coordination, telecommunications, technical support, audio-visual services, food and beverage, event security, fire regulation compliance, exhibitor services, box office, parking and overall client satisfaction during events
  • Recruit, interview, select, train, motivate and evaluate Event Managers
  • provide or coordinate staff training
  • work with employees to correct deficiencies
  • implement discipline and termination procedures
  • Exercise direct supervision over Event Managers, Event Coordinators and Event Staff
  • Prepare departmental annual budget
  • recommend capital improvements
  • control and monitor departmental expenditures
  • assist in preparation of estimated revenues for facility budget
  • Consult with exhibit managers, promoters, convention representatives, and others concerning physical set-up needs and requirements for licensed areas
  • prepare work orders and cost-estimates accordingly
  • Inspect facilities to ensure they are being maintained properly for events
  • Develop crowd management and event staffing plans and supervise event staff during events
  • Ensure accuracy in computing of costs for post-event billing of services and equipment rental charges
  • Review and approve final billing to facility users prior to settlement or release of invoice
  • Work closely with the general public by monitoring services provided and addressing complaints in a timely manner
  • Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
  • Conduct planning and operational meetings as required to ensure smooth coordination of event activities
  • Track, record and report labor allocations in all areas of functional responsibility for purposes of forecasting, benchmarking and budgeting
  • Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of all event related programs and activities
  • Prepare and present regular staff reports and other related correspondence
  • Work with other department directors in a variety of tasks
  • Conduct a variety of industry operational studies
  • recommend modifications to service delivery methods and operational policies and procedures as appropriate
  • Interpret and apply all relevant federal, state and local regulations
  • Serve as Event Manager as needed
  • Routinely serve as Manager on Duty

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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